3/2 c.1930 North Carolina Tudor Revival Under $98K

OHU50K Notes $97,500

c.1930 North Carolina Tudor Revival. This Tudor home sits on a quarter acre and has such a colorful whimsical feel.

Yard featured at 1401 Gold St N, Wilson, NC, 27893

Realtor Comments

Bring Your Vision to Life in Wilson, NC! Calling all investors, renovators, and buyers with a vision! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is full of potential and ready for someone to roll up their sleeves and bring it back to life. Situated on a corner lot, this property offers an exciting opportunity to renovate, customize, and create something truly special. The possibilities don’t stop at the main house! Out back, you’ll find a separate ADU featuring a studio-style layout with a kitchenette. The ADU also includes an attached garage, offering even more flexibility and functionality. Just 6 minutes from downtown Wilson and less than 5 minutes from Barton College, this property offers convenient access to local shops, dining, and campus amenities. Bring your ideas, your tool belt, and your imagination, this Wilson property is ready for its next chapter!

3 beds
2 bath
2,006 sqft
0.25 acres lot
Build date 1930

Porch featured at 1401 Gold St N, Wilson, NC, 27893

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1401 Gold St N, Wilson, NC 27893 $97,500

Contact Realtor: Eric A. Villeneuve
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Living Room featured at 1401 Gold St N, Wilson, NC, 27893

Pros of Living in Wilson, NC

Affordable Housing: Real estate is significantly cheaper than in the nearby Raleigh-Durham (Triangle) area, with a median home value of roughly $210,700 and a median rent of $971.

Downtown Revitalization & Arts: The city features a walkable, transforming downtown with local breweries (like Casita Brewing Company), the Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park, a growing arts scene via Wilson Arts, and a downtown stadium district for the Wilson Tobs baseball team.

Convenient Commute & Transit: Located near I-95, Wilson provides Amtrak rail service for north-south travel and local on-demand public transit via RIDE Wilson. It sits about 50 to 60 minutes from Raleigh for commuters with flexible schedules.

Community & Amenities: Residents have access to local community spaces like the Foundation YMCA, community parks, and a mix of national big-box stores (Target, Best Buy, Lowe’s) alongside local restaurants and classic North Carolina barbecue.

Cons of Living in Wilson, NC

Subpar Public Schools: K–8 and general public school systems in Wilson County face widespread criticism for underfunding, safety concerns, and limited extracurricular offerings compared to neighboring affluent districts (though specialized options like Wilson Early College Academy perform well).

Crime and Safety Concerns: Property and violent crime rates (including burglary, theft, and assault) rank higher than national averages in certain pockets of the city, leading many residents to prefer living on the county outskirts.

Healthcare Limitations: Local medical infrastructure—centered around Wilson Medical Center—has faced scrutiny and concerns regarding adequacy, causing some residents to travel toward Raleigh or Greenville for specialized care.

Economic and Cost Pressures: Despite low housing costs, residents note rising property taxes, high utility bills, inflation, and a lower median household income ($52,485) paired with limited local job diversity.

Limited Entertainment Pace: For those accustomed to a large metro area, the smaller-town environment can feel quiet or dull (“boring”) with a shortage of diverse shopping, dining, and nightlife options.

Dining Room featured at 1401 Gold St N, Wilson, NC, 27893